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noonzor · 08-11-2013, 11:35 PM

love it, huge pantera fan myself and love the fact that got written on ur ticket. it was said above but i sure hope you framed that ticket and its hangin on the wall in the garage.

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darkhorse970 · 08-13-2013, 06:28 PM

I borrowed a buddy's Mac air chisel to take out a few frame rivets, and all I can say is "it sure helps to have a quality tool"!!

Now I can get my Boyd fuel tank mounted and plumbed.

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superchomper2003 · 08-13-2013, 09:42 PM

That tank looks great in there! Im going to run one like it also.

darkhorse970 · 08-13-2013, 09:54 PM

It's a really high quality tank, and I like that a can drop an electric fuel pump in the tank when/if I convert to EFI.
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jlsanborn · 08-17-2013, 09:28 AM

Very cool project! I'll hang with this one. What had been done to the chassis before you bought it? Looks like a notch and adjustable panhard rod in there.

darkhorse970 · 08-17-2013, 09:40 AM

The previous owner had c-notched the frame, adjustable panhard bar, and a set of coil overs in the rear. His plans were a turbo sbc sleeper-drag truck. I decided to just go with a typical 4/6 drop for a more conventional look.

I'm working on the '63 to fix the ac right now, but when that's done I plan to get the cam broke in on a stand and then get engine and trans in the chassis on the '68. Then I will start on plumbing fuel lines and tranny lines...
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darkhorse970 · 11-02-2013, 10:49 PM

I decided that I wanted to have my engine dyno'd so I took it to a local engine shop to have them tweak and tune it a bit. Its a fairly mild build. The basic stats are:

427 BBC bored .030 over
Closed Chamber factory heads, mild porting and big valves
10.5:1 compression
Comp 268XE cam
Performer RPM intake
770cfm Holley Street Avenger

The results were 490 hp and 556 Tq, all below 5500 rpm. I am very happy and think it will certainly be fun to drive! (Now I am really motivated to get this truck on the road!

Lee H · 11-02-2013, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by darkhorse970

I decided that I wanted to have my engine dyno'd so I took it to a local engine shop to have them tweak and tune it a bit. Its a fairly mild build. The basic stats are:

427 BBC bored .030 over
Closed Chamber factory heads, mild porting and big valves
10.5:1 compression
Comp 268XE cam
Performer RPM intake
770cfm Holley Street Avenger

The results were 490 hp and 556 Tq, all below 5500 rpm. I am very happy and think it will certainly be fun to drive! (Now I am really motivated to get this truck on the road!

Chassis or engine dyno?

jlaird · 11-02-2013, 10:56 PM

I've got those same chrome caps. Took me forever to find them. How much did you pay for them if you don't mind me asking?

darkhorse970 · 11-02-2013, 10:57 PM

It was on an engine dyno.

darkhorse970 · 11-02-2013, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by jlaird

I've got those same chrome caps. Took me forever to find them. How much did you pay for them if you don't mind me asking?

I got a really good deal on those hubcaps on Dallas Craigslist for $50. Just a fluke that I even found them!

5150.4.67 · 11-03-2013, 02:14 AM

Almost 500 at the crank! Respectable numbers for fairly mild. Nice work....

butternut1972 · 11-03-2013, 11:05 AM

Cool Build....I'm in.

**Hart_Rod** · 11-28-2013, 10:06 AM

Sweet truck Bro!

darkhorse970 · 11-28-2013, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Sweet truck Bro!

Thanks Rob, I'm planning to get the engine and trans mounted in the frame over the next week. From there I will be getting close to mounting the cab, finishing up the driveshaft, fuel lines, etc...and then moving the party to the body shop.

1stchevy · 11-28-2013, 12:33 PM

Nice numbers out of the engine should be a tire roaster.

n2billet · 11-28-2013, 04:27 PM

Very nice build Keith!

Hduramax · 11-28-2013, 04:46 PM

looks like a good start to a nice BBC build, I'm in

darkhorse970 · 11-28-2013, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by n2billet

Very nice build Keith!

Thanks Keith! Your builds have motivated me to change the plan for this one more than once!

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Originally Posted by 1stchevy

Nice numbers out of the engine should be a tire roaster.

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Originally Posted by Hduramax

looks like a good start to a nice BBC build, I'm in

Thanks guys, the big block will certainly make this one fun to drive.

**screaminchevypickup** · 11-28-2013, 08:07 PM

Going to be a cool truck..

*low&slow* · 11-29-2013, 03:53 AM

I'm in on this one too

808_67C10 · 12-10-2013, 05:45 PM

Progress Pics? The title caught me and I need more!

Low Elco · 12-11-2013, 09:19 AM

Good lookin' Motor!

c20pickup · 12-12-2013, 03:35 PM

cool build! im in on this one!

darkhorse970 · 12-13-2013, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by screaminchevypickup

Going to be a cool truck..

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Originally Posted by low&slow

I'm in on this one too

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Originally Posted by 808_67C10

Progress Pics? The title caught me and I need more!

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Originally Posted by Low Elco

Good lookin' Motor!

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Originally Posted by c20pickup

cool build! im in on this one!

I appreciate the interest in the build. My progress has been a bit slow lately due to waiting on transmission rebuild, holidays, and football season (big fan, not a player. LOL)...blah, blah, blah. I do plan to have the engine/trans in the frame next week, more pics then.

08-11-2013, 11:35 PM	#26
noonzor Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 818	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power love it, huge pantera fan myself and love the fact that got written on ur ticket. it was said above but i sure hope you framed that ticket and its hangin on the wall in the garage. subscribed! __________________ 69 c10 Shortbox Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=360622

08-13-2013, 06:28 PM	#27
darkhorse970 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Monroe, LA Posts: 2,105	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power I borrowed a buddy's Mac air chisel to take out a few frame rivets, and all I can say is "it sure helps to have a quality tool"!! Now I can get my Boyd fuel tank mounted and plumbed. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith SOLD - 1963 C10 Short Fleet 350/700R4 4/6 drop 1967 GMC Super Custom - Short Fleet COPO concept w/427 BBC T-400 w/Doug Nash overdrive 4/6 Drop, Buddy Buckets, etc... Frame Off (In Progress) I call it "Vulgar Display of Power" 1980 Silverado Original paint 49k Original miles 4/6 drop Check out my build thread here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6209941 Last edited by darkhorse970; 11-24-2013 at 10:52 PM.

08-13-2013, 09:42 PM	#28
superchomper2003 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Monroe, La Posts: 118	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power That tank looks great in there! Im going to run one like it also. __________________ 71 LSX Build Thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=591365

08-13-2013, 09:54 PM	#29
darkhorse970 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Monroe, LA Posts: 2,105	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power It's a really high quality tank, and I like that a can drop an electric fuel pump in the tank when/if I convert to EFI. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith SOLD - 1963 C10 Short Fleet 350/700R4 4/6 drop 1967 GMC Super Custom - Short Fleet COPO concept w/427 BBC T-400 w/Doug Nash overdrive 4/6 Drop, Buddy Buckets, etc... Frame Off (In Progress) I call it "Vulgar Display of Power" 1980 Silverado Original paint 49k Original miles 4/6 drop Check out my build thread here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6209941

08-17-2013, 09:28 AM	#30
jlsanborn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 2,367	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power Very cool project! I'll hang with this one. What had been done to the chassis before you bought it? Looks like a notch and adjustable panhard rod in there. __________________ '77 K30 3+3 - "The Crummy" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=640134 '67 C10 L/SWB - Soon to be daily driver! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=471776

08-17-2013, 09:40 AM	#31
darkhorse970 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Monroe, LA Posts: 2,105	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power The previous owner had c-notched the frame, adjustable panhard bar, and a set of coil overs in the rear. His plans were a turbo sbc sleeper-drag truck. I decided to just go with a typical 4/6 drop for a more conventional look. I'm working on the '63 to fix the ac right now, but when that's done I plan to get the cam broke in on a stand and then get engine and trans in the chassis on the '68. Then I will start on plumbing fuel lines and tranny lines... Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith SOLD - 1963 C10 Short Fleet 350/700R4 4/6 drop 1967 GMC Super Custom - Short Fleet COPO concept w/427 BBC T-400 w/Doug Nash overdrive 4/6 Drop, Buddy Buckets, etc... Frame Off (In Progress) I call it "Vulgar Display of Power" 1980 Silverado Original paint 49k Original miles 4/6 drop Check out my build thread here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6209941

11-02-2013, 10:49 PM	#32
darkhorse970 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Monroe, LA Posts: 2,105	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power I decided that I wanted to have my engine dyno'd so I took it to a local engine shop to have them tweak and tune it a bit. Its a fairly mild build. The basic stats are: 427 BBC bored .030 over Closed Chamber factory heads, mild porting and big valves 10.5:1 compression Comp 268XE cam Performer RPM intake 770cfm Holley Street Avenger The results were 490 hp and 556 Tq, all below 5500 rpm. I am very happy and think it will certainly be fun to drive! (Now I am really motivated to get this truck on the road! Attached Images __________________ Keith SOLD - 1963 C10 Short Fleet 350/700R4 4/6 drop 1967 GMC Super Custom - Short Fleet COPO concept w/427 BBC T-400 w/Doug Nash overdrive 4/6 Drop, Buddy Buckets, etc... Frame Off (In Progress) I call it "Vulgar Display of Power" 1980 Silverado Original paint 49k Original miles 4/6 drop Check out my build thread here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6209941 Last edited by darkhorse970; 11-02-2013 at 10:55 PM.

11-02-2013, 10:56 PM	#34
jlaird Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: johnstown, NY Posts: 2,393	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power I've got those same chrome caps. Took me forever to find them. How much did you pay for them if you don't mind me asking?

11-02-2013, 10:57 PM	#35
darkhorse970 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Monroe, LA Posts: 2,105	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power It was on an engine dyno. __________________ Keith SOLD - 1963 C10 Short Fleet 350/700R4 4/6 drop 1967 GMC Super Custom - Short Fleet COPO concept w/427 BBC T-400 w/Doug Nash overdrive 4/6 Drop, Buddy Buckets, etc... Frame Off (In Progress) I call it "Vulgar Display of Power" 1980 Silverado Original paint 49k Original miles 4/6 drop Check out my build thread here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6209941

11-03-2013, 02:14 AM	#37
5150.4.67 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Modesto, Ca Posts: 411	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power Almost 500 at the crank! Respectable numbers for fairly mild. Nice work....

11-03-2013, 11:05 AM	#38
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11-28-2013, 10:06 AM	#39
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,856	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power Sweet truck Bro! __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

11-28-2013, 12:33 PM	#41
1stchevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Randleman, NC Posts: 785	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power Nice numbers out of the engine should be a tire roaster.

11-28-2013, 04:27 PM	#42
n2billet Village Idiot.... Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Rowlett, Texas Posts: 1,833	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power Very nice build Keith! __________________ http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/n2billet -67 SWB Custom Porterbuilt Front and rear 20/22's Hazel Sold -71 StepSide Porterbuilt Stage 2 with 20/22's Stella Mae Sold

11-28-2013, 04:46 PM	#43
Hduramax Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Alto,Mi Posts: 164	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power looks like a good start to a nice BBC build, I'm in __________________ 2008 HD 2010 Camaro 2ss (The Wife's Ride) 2005 Suzuki GSX-R 1300 "Busa" 1969 C-10 (under Construction) 2013 Sonic LT "LIVE LIFE,TASTE DEATH"



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11-28-2013, 08:07 PM	#45
screaminchevypickup Laid Back Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: mcloud ok Posts: 2,658	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power Going to be a cool truck.. __________________ 72 chevy swb Direct dealers for.. Vintage Air, Porterbuilt, Billet Specialties,Budnik wheels ,eddie motorsports, raceline wheels, intro wheels, Dakota Digital, precision, unisteer, Trimparts, and many many more... Laid Back Recreations.. Full restoration shop and full paint and body.. Kyle http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=574629

11-29-2013, 03:53 AM	#46
low&slow Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kuna, Idaho Posts: 1,046	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power I'm in on this one too

12-10-2013, 05:45 PM	#47
808_67C10 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Hilo, Hawaii Posts: 1,051	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power Progress Pics? The title caught me and I need more! __________________ Frank (Hilo, Hawaii) Trucks, Tacos, and Beer go together like Peanut Butter and Ladies! 85 C/10 SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=760383 67 C/10 SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489298 79 K5 Blazer SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=657461

12-11-2013, 09:19 AM	#48
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power Good lookin' Motor! __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

12-12-2013, 03:35 PM	#49
c20pickup Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Brighton, WI Posts: 504	Re: '68 COPO Concept - Vulgar Display of Power cool build! im in on this one!

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